Laser Ranging Sensor Cooling Plate for High-Temperature Accuracy
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Solution Overview
Problem
Laser ranging sensors used in battery manufacturing are affected by high temperatures, leading to reduced detection accuracy and potential damage due to the expansion or contraction of infrared light sensitive elements, which impacts the quality and safety of the manufacturing process.
Innovation Solution
A detection device with a cooling module that includes a protective enclosure and a cooling plate with air flow channels and air outlet holes to cool the laser ranging sensor, enhancing heat exchange and maintaining detection accuracy.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Productivity
If the laser ranging sensor is used for continuous detection in a high temperature working environment, then the productivity is improved, but the temperature of the detection device continues to rise causing detection accuracy to decrease and potential device damage
Solution Approach 1:
A cooling plate is introduced as an intermediary component between the laser ranging sensor and the high-temperature environment. The cooling plate contains air flow channels that allow cooling air to pass through, creating a thermal barrier that protects the sensor from direct heat exposure while enabling continuous operation
Solution Approach 2:
The patent employs pneumatic cooling by introducing cooling air through air inlet holes into the air flow channels within the cooling plate. This flowing air removes heat from the laser ranging sensor, allowing continuous detection without temperature-induced accuracy degradation or device damage
2Adaptability or versatility
If the laser ranging sensor operates in a high temperature environment, then the device can function in harsh conditions, but the infrared light sensitive elements expand or contract reducing detection accuracy
Solution Approach 1:
The cooling plate serves as a protective intermediary that shields the infrared light sensitive elements from direct thermal exposure. By maintaining a cooler microenvironment around the sensor through internal air flow channels, the plate prevents thermal expansion and contraction of sensitive components while allowing the device to operate in high-temperature environments
3Reliability
If a cooling module is added to the detection device, then the detection accuracy and service life are improved, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The cooling function is merged with the protective enclosure structure. The cooling plate integrates air inlet holes, internal air flow channels, and air outlet holes into a single component that also serves as part of the device housing, eliminating the need for separate cooling system components and reducing overall structural complexity
Solution Approach 2:
The cooling plate performs multiple functions: it serves as a structural component of the device housing, provides thermal management through internal air flow channels, and protects the laser ranging sensor from environmental damage. This multi-functionality reduces the need for additional components, maintaining simplicity while improving reliability
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
The cooling module improves the detection accuracy and extends the service life of the laser ranging sensor by effectively managing temperature-related issues, ensuring consistent and safe operation.
Implementation Method 1
the first air outlet holes are disposed in a manner of facing the laser ranging sensor to blow air to the laser ranging sensor to cool the laser ranging sensor
Implementation Method 2
an air flow channel is defined inside the cooling plate; surfaces of the cooling plate are provided with air inlet holes and first air outlet holes which are communicated with the air flow channel
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AI summary
The present application relates to the technical field of battery manufacturing, and provides a detection device and pole piece manufacturing equipment. The detection device includes: a laser ranging sensor; and a cooling module, which includes a first protective enclosure and a cooling plate, where the first protective enclosure encloses the outside of the laser ranging sensor; the first protective enclosure is provided with an avoidance portion for avoiding a laser light path of the laser ranging sensor; the first protective enclosure has a first opening; the cooling plate covers the first opening; an air flow channel is defined inside the cooling plate; surfaces of the cooling plate are provided with air inlet holes and first air outlet holes which are communicated with the air flow channel; and the first air outlet holes are disposed in a manner of facing the laser ranging sensor to blow air to the laser ranging sensor to cool the laser ranging sensor. Through the technical solutions of the present application, the compressed air can be blown from the air outlet holes to the laser ranging sensor after passing through the air flow channel, so as to cool the laser ranging sensor and improve the detection accuracy of the laser ranging sensor.